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About Jagannath Temple Puri

Dedicated to Lord Jagannath, the Jagannath Temple Puri is an important Hindu pilgrimage destination in the state of Odisha. The current temple dates back to the 10th century and centres around a towering pillar known as Aruna Stambha, which was relocated from Konark’s Sun Temple in the 18th century.

Climb the steps from the Jagannath Temple’s main gate to the inner courtyard, then explore the 30 smaller temples in the immediate surrounds. Pay your respects at the Ganesh temple, Vimala temple and Laxmi temple, then stop at the ancient banyan tree that’s believed to fulfil devotees’ wishes.

Want to learn more about Lord Jagannath? Visit the Niladri Vihar museum at the temple’s western gate, then see the world’s largest kitchen where the deity’s “mahaprasad” is prepared each day. Watch the comings and goings as Hindu priests and devotees conduct their sacred rituals, then stay for the sunset flag changing that’s been taking place for the last 800 years.

Getting there

The Jagannath Temple is a 10-minute drive from the Puri railway station and is easily accessed by rickshaw. Biju Patnaik International Airport is just over an hour’s drive away.